Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Tickets, Schedules & Prices

Q: How do I get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?

The most popular way to travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is by ferry or speedboat. There are 22 routes operated by 4 operators: Andaman Shuttle, Glassflower, Smart En Plus, Smile On Transport. The journey takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours. Ferries depart from Town Transfer and Town Hotel Transfer and Airport and Town Transfer and arrive at Hotel Transfer and Doi Mae Salong and Chiang Khong Town Transfer and Hotel Transfer and Mai Sai Border and Chiang Saen and Golden Triangle. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: Which operators run from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?

There are 4 ferry operators running between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai: Andaman Shuttle, Glassflower, Smart En Plus, Smile On Transport. Each operator may offer different schedules, vessel types, and service levels — so it's worth comparing before you book. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: How long does it take to travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?

The journey from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours, depending on the operator and vessel type. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: How much is a ferry ticket from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?

Ferry tickets from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai start from 3410 THB and go up to 6630 THB, depending on the operator, vessel type, and availability on your travel date. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: What is the cheapest ferry from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest option from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai starts from 3410 THB with Smile On Transport. Prices can vary by date and availability, so booking early often secures the best rate. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: What are the first and last ferries from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?

The first ferry from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai departs at 00:00 and the last departs at 00:00. There is 1 departure available across the schedule. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: Where do ferries to Chiang Rai depart from in Chiang Mai?

Ferries from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai depart from Town Transfer and Town Hotel Transfer and Airport and Town Transfer and arrive at Hotel Transfer and Doi Mae Salong and Chiang Khong Town Transfer and Hotel Transfer and Mai Sai Border and Chiang Saen and Golden Triangle. We recommend arriving at the pier at least 30–45 minutes before your scheduled departure. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: Which days does the ferry from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai run?

Ferries between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai run every day with approximately 1 departures per day. Schedules can vary by season, so always confirm before travel. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

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How do I get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?

The most popular way to travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is by ferry or speedboat. There are 22 routes operated by 4 operators: Andaman Shuttle, Glassflower, Smart En Plus, Smile On Transport. The journey takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours. Ferries depart from Town Transfer and Town Hotel Transfer and Airport and Town Transfer and arrive at Hotel Transfer and Doi Mae Salong and Chiang Khong Town Transfer and Hotel Transfer and Mai Sai Border and Chiang Saen and Golden Triangle.

Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Where do ferries to Chiang Rai depart from in Chiang Mai?

Ferries from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai depart from Town Transfer and Town Hotel Transfer and Airport and Town Transfer and arrive at Hotel Transfer and Doi Mae Salong and Chiang Khong Town Transfer and Hotel Transfer and Mai Sai Border and Chiang Saen and Golden Triangle. We recommend arriving at the pier at least 30–45 minutes before your scheduled departure.

Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.